Unit Manager - Facilities SG23

PACCAR Inc; Columbus, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi seeks a Unit Manager - Facilities to lead maintenance and facilities operations. You will oversee equipment upkeep, ensure daily readiness, and coordinate staffing and training of subordinates to meet objectives.

Responsibilities include reliability planning with engineering and production, managing work orders, and driving continuous improvement using Six Sigma and Lean methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field preferred.
• CMRP Certification preferred.
• 3-5 years manufacturing experience in a team environment required.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience required with frontline leadership.
• Background in large, automated production operations required.
• Knowledge of industrial systems including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, hydraulics, boiler, conveyors, and hoists.
• Familiar with Reliability Centered Maintenance practices.
• Aware of MS air/hazardous waste and water management regulations.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; PLC/HMI knowledge a plus.
• Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for maintenance and facility equipment upkeep in Columbus, MS.
• Maintain daily facility readiness of all equipment supporting operations.
• Support staffing needs, including assigning work and developing subordinates.
• Support facilities management and engineering with lifecycle management of equipment.
• Ensure reliability plans on new and existing equipment with maintenance, manufacturing engineering, and production.
• Oversee work order coordination, reliability, and maintainability of grounds, equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls, and fire safety systems.
• Identify and lead downtime and cost-reduction projects with the maintenance team.
• Drive continuous improvement using Six Sigma and Lean tools.
• Support MRO spare parts transport for uptime.
• Support wastewater equipment upkeep for environmental compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

CMRP Certification

Tools

PLC/HMI automation

Job description

Date: Sep 9, 2026

Location: Columbus, MS, US, 39701

Company: PACCAR

Job Title: Unit Manager - Facilities (SG 23)

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates also provides customized financial services, information technology, and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

PACCAR ENGINE COMPANY

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi produces the best-in-class, state-of-the-art MX engines that power Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR MX engines bring a new level of innovation through quality, exceptional reliability, and proven performance. In more than 50 years, PACCAR has delivered over one million engines globally, providing innovative solutions and an unwavering commitment to superior performance. Join our best-in-class team today through the following opportunity:

Requisition Summary

Provides leadership and direction for successfully implementing and sustaining maintenance/ facilities organizational skill sets and programs to identify, manage, and improve equipment and facility related operations. Oversee Facilities Maintenance daily operations to implement proactive plans to reduce downtime and maintenance costs.

Successful candidatemust be willing to work multiple shifts, i.e., day, evening, and/or night,as needed.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the Maintenance and Facility equipment upkeep for PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, MS.
• Responsible for maintaining daily facility readiness of all equipment that support operations.
• Support staffing needs to meet organizational goals. Includes assigning work along with developing/training subordinates and initiating personnel actions such as promotions and transfers.
• Support facilities management and engineering with managing the life cycle of facility equipment.
• Ensure reliability plans on new and existing equipment are implemented in conjunction with Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production.
• Establishes and oversees efforts to ensure work order coordination, reliability, and maintainability of grounds, equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls, and fire safety systems.
• Identifies and assigns downtime reduction and cost reduction projects with the maintenance team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement utilizing Six Sigma and other Lean initiatives and tools.
• Support MRO spare parts offsite transporting as needed for operational equipment uptime.
• Support wastewater equipment upkeep to maintain efficiency as needed for environmental compliance.

Qualifications & Skill

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related degree and/or experience is preferred.
• CMRP Certification (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) is preferred.
• 3-5 years manufacturing experience in a team environment is required.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience required.Demonstrated leadership in front-line supervisory experience in a maintenance environment is required.
• Engineering/Maintenance background or experience related to large, automated production operations required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of industrial systems and maintenance to include but not limited to high and low-voltage electrical distribution systems, PLC and HMI Automation systems, HVAC, plumbing, hydraulic systems, boiler systems, industrial conveyance systems, and hoists.
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated the use of Reliability Centered Maintenance practices and principles.
• Familiar with air, hazardous waste generation, and water management permits and regulations in the state of MS.
• Ability to operate and actively participate in an inclusive team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and written/verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience and knowledge in PLC methodology and high-level control’s function and design is a plus.
• Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience is a plus.

U.S. Salaried Benefits for Job Postings - Adding a Benefits Section to Each Job Posting

PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from the time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options for you and your family.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
• A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
• Paid short-and long-term disability programs.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.
• Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.

General Description of any Other Compensation

• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.
• This position offers relocation assistance benefits.

If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the PACCAR Career Site.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

Nearest Major Market: Columbus Mississippi
Job Segment: Facilities, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, HVAC, Operations, Management, Engineering